Pace University

New York, New York · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$30,892

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

60.0%

Admission rate

76%

Undergrad size

7,665

In-state tuition

$53,290

Out-of-state tuition

$53,290

Cost of attendance

$69,550

Median earnings (10y)

$70,378

Admissions

SAT average
1,266
ACT midpoint
26
Retention
75.5%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (34%), business (20%), social sciences (17%).

  • STEM11%
  • Health16%
  • Business20%
  • Humanities & arts34%
  • Social sciences17%
  • Trades & services3%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Law.First professional469$58,404
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's452$93,622$27,000
Special Education and Teaching.Master's313$67,364
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Master's297$118,294
History.Master's263
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Master's252$117,088
Finance and Financial Management Services.Bachelor's213$46,856$26,000
Information Science/Studies.Master's211$64,963
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's207$35,313$26,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's186$42,759$24,174
Computer Science.Master's178$70,955
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's178$68,104
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's173$57,402$26,000
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods.Master's166
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.Bachelor's156$43,914$25,000
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.Bachelor's146$24,098$25,238
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management.Bachelor's141$37,135$25,985
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's138$22,575$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's127$31,432$24,098
Computer Science.Bachelor's126$57,646$20,750
Research and Experimental Psychology.Bachelor's123
Economics.Bachelor's112$45,183$25,937
Accounting and Related Services.Master's111$66,452
Finance and Financial Management Services.Master's102$76,358
Biology, General.Bachelor's98$29,636$27,000
Business/Commerce, General.Master's98
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Master's96
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Bachelor's96$27,000
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.Bachelor's94$31,917$26,000
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Master's94$47,481
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's87$37,984$26,000
Business/Commerce, General.Bachelor's82$60,927$31,000
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Bachelor's76$46,787$23,000
Marketing.Bachelor's72$44,108$26,000
Research and Experimental Psychology.Master's70
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's65
Publishing.Master's62$45,038
Literature.Bachelor's61$26,000
Human Resources Management and Services.Master's60$78,760
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.Master's59

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Pace University

Pace University is a large institution located in New York, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,665 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Visual & performing arts, Health professions.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Pace University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $30,892 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $53,290 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $69,550 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 60.0%, a above-average completion outcome. 75.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $70,378 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Pace University confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Visual & performing arts, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (34% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), social sciences (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Pace University accepts 76% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,266. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.

Location & campus

Set in New York, New York (city), Pace University draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Pace University

Q.How much does Pace University cost?

The average net price at Pace University is $30,892 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $69,550.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Pace University?

Pace University has a 6-year graduation rate of 60.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Pace University?

Pace University admits 76% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Pace University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Pace University graduate earns $70,378 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Pace University?

Published tuition is $53,290 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Pace University located?

Pace University is located in New York, New York (ZIP 10038).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Pace University at their official website.